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The Best Episodes of For Real: The Story of Reality TV

Every episode of For Real: The Story of Reality TV ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of For Real: The Story of Reality TV!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    For Real: The Story of Reality TV Season 1 Episode 1 - Celebs: Just Like Us!?
    6.2/10(9 votes)

    #1 - Celebs: Just Like Us!?

    S1:E1

    The Osbournes, The Kardashians, Kendra Wilkinson and Danny Bonaduce reveal the pros and cons of pioneering "celebreality." Host Andy Cohen ambushes Kim, Khloe, Kourtney and Kris on set for behind the scenes stories of their iconic series.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. For Real: The Story of Reality TV Season 1 Episode 3 - Addicted to Love
    6.0/10(7 votes)

    #2 - Addicted to Love

    S1:E3

    Stars of 90 Day Fiancé, Catfish, Rock of Love, and Temptation Island reveal what really happened when they searched for love on reality TV. Jason and Molly Mesnick spill secrets of The Bachelor to host Andy Cohen.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. For Real: The Story of Reality TV Season 1 Episode 2 - Is It Real?
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #3 - Is It Real?

    S1:E2

    Find out what was real and what wasn't on some of reality TV's first hit shows when stars like Richard Hatch (Survivor) and Julie Chen (Big Brother) tell all. Andy Cohen reunites four original cast members of The Real World; secrets are revealed.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. For Real: The Story of Reality TV Season 1 Episode 4 - How the Other Half Lives
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #4 - How the Other Half Lives

    S1:E4

    Andy Cohen and Real Housewives Kyle, Teresa and Caroline look at Reality TV's fascination with the wealthy with never before seen footage. Plus, how hit shows like Love and Hip Hop, Jersey Shore, and Below Deck turned regular people into mega-stars.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. For Real: The Story of Reality TV Season 1 Episode 5 - Makeover My Life
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    #5 - Makeover My Life

    S1:E5

    Carson Kressley, Tabatha Coffey, Ty Pennington, Thom Filicia and Bob Harper share secrets of Makeover TV. Find out if changes last when host Andy Cohen meets up with past contestants from The Swan, The Biggest Loser and Queer Eye For the Straight Guy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. For Real: The Story of Reality TV Season 1 Episode 6 - Shock and Awe
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #6 - Shock and Awe

    S1:E6

    Host Andy Cohen looks at how boundary-pushing TV not only shocks and disgusts, with shows like Bad Girls Club, Mama June: From Not to Hot and Fear Factor, but also informs with shows like Botched, and celebrates previously marginalized groups with shows like I am Jazz and RuPaul's Drag Race.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. For Real: The Story of Reality TV Season 1 Episode 7 - Make It Work
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #7 - Make It Work

    S1:E7

    Andy Cohen and stars of America's Next Top Model, American Idol, and The Apprentice reveal secrets of reality competition shows. Plus an inspiring discussion of "Black Girl Magic and Reality TV." with Vivica A. Fox and Kandi Burruss.

    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"Celebs: Just Like Us!?" is the best rated episode of "For Real: The Story of Reality TV". It scored 6.2/10 based on 9 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 3/25/2021. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Addicted to Love".